Family-run hotel in the heart of Genoa, a few steps from the Aquarium and the marina, with air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.
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Hotel Acquario is a 3-star property in the heart of Genoa, located directly across from the city’s famous Aquarium and just steps from the marina.
The property offers six room types, all air-conditioned and equipped with private bathroom, flat-screen TV and free WiFi: from the Single Room designed for solo travelers to the Quadruple Room with bunk bed, ideal for families with children. The rooms are bright, with tiled floors and functional furnishings, and several rooms offer city views.
On the ground floor guests can enjoy a drink at the in-house bar, while breakfast is served every morning Italian-style. Guests also benefit from discounts at a restaurant just 50 meters away. Location is among the property’s strengths: Darsena and San Giorgio metro stations are a 5-minute walk away, as are historic churches, Rolli palaces and the main museums of downtown Genoa.
Hotel Acquario offers six room types, all with private bathroom, air conditioning and flat-screen TV, ranging in size from 10 to 20 square meters. The Single Room is designed for solo travelers, while the Double Room and the Economy Double Room offer solutions for couples, the latter more compact and with a French bed. For those traveling in groups or with children, the Twin Room with Single Beds, the Triple Room with single and double bed, and the Quadruple Room, the only one equipped with a bunk bed in addition to a double bed, are available.
Several rooms enjoy city views, a detail appreciated by those staying in the heart of Genoa. The furnishings are functional, with tiled floors and simple but practical finishes, while the Triple Room stands out for extra amenities such as a safe and bathroom amenity set.
Designed for solo travelers, the Single Room is the most compact option in the property, with functional furnishings and tiled floors. Despite its small size, it offers a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, with city views.
Larger than the Single Room, the Double Room is designed for couples and does not allow for extra beds. It features bright furnishings, tiled floors and the same air conditioning and entertainment amenities as the other rooms.
This is the largest room in the property, at 20 sq m with capacity for 4 people. The only room type to offer a bunk bed in addition to a double bed, it’s the ideal choice for families with children or small groups.
An alternative to the Double Room for those who prefer separate beds, this 15 sq m option is suited to friends or colleagues traveling together, with the same air conditioning and city views as the other rooms.
This is the most compact double room in the property, with a French double bed smaller than the one in the standard Double Room. An economical choice for those seeking the essentials in the city center.
The only room to explicitly offer a shower with bidet, hairdryer and amenity set, the Triple Room combines a double bed and a single bed across 18 sq m, with a safe and wardrobe, suited to small groups or families.
Hotel Acquario offers guests a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage and express check-in/check-out, as well as daily room cleaning. The property is entirely non-smoking and features an elevator, air conditioning in common areas, safe, TV room and heating, with particular attention to security thanks to CCTV, smoke alarms and key card access.
Those looking for a moment of relaxation can stop by the in-house bar, where wine and other drinks are available, or enjoy something at the on-site coffee shop. For connectivity, the hotel offers flat-screen TV, radio, in-room telephone and internet access in all areas. The garage allows guests to leave their car at the property during their stay, convenient for those arriving in the city with their own vehicle.
Hotel Acquario is located in the heart of Genoa’s historic center, directly across from the city’s Aquarium and just steps from the marina, in one of the most popular areas of the old town. Around the property are alleyways, historic buildings and small trattorias: the Church of San Siro is just 40 meters away, while the birthplace of Giuseppe Mazzini is 50 meters away. Several Rolli Palaces, including Palazzo Spinola di San Luca and Palazzo della Meridiana, are within a few minutes’ walk.
Getting around is made easy by the proximity to two metro stations: Darsena, 200 meters away, and San Giorgio, 300 meters away, both connected to the University of Genoa and the business district. Portello railway station is about 450 meters away, while Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 5 km away. For those arriving by car, the hotel has an in-house garage.
There’s plenty to fill the days in the surrounding area: in addition to the Genoa Aquarium, 250 meters away, you can visit Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Bianco, both about 200 meters away, or venture as far as Palazzo Ducale and Piazza De Ferrari, just over 500-600 meters away. Fans of medieval history can reach Porta Soprana in about a 10-minute walk. In summer, the beaches of Boccadasse and Vernazzola, about 4-4.5 km away, offer an easily accessible seaside alternative by public transport, while in winter the historic center remains the focal point of city strolls through the caruggi and historic coffee shops.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff (9.1) and location (9.0), rated excellent for walking to the main attractions of the city center. Cleanliness and comfort receive solid scores (8.8 and 8.6), while value for money remains good. Overall, guests describe a well-kept stay that is well connected to the rest of the city.
Yes, Hotel Acquario is located about 250 meters from the Genoa Aquarium, across from the city’s marina.
Yes, Hotel Acquario allows pets on request, with a possible surcharge payable by the guest.
Yes, Hotel Acquario offers free WiFi connection in all rooms and common areas.
Hotel Acquario has an in-house garage for guests arriving by car.
Check-in at Hotel Acquario is possible from 14:00 to 22:00, while check-out is set at 11:00.
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Hotel Acquario accepts cash payments only.
